The Ultimate Guide to 36 Hours in New York
Sure, the more time you have in New York, the better! But even if you only have a couple of nights available, you can still see so much! For my first visit to the Big Apple, I tried to pack as many of the city’s highlights and icons as possible into every waking moment. In […]
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What to Shop for at Sephora: The Cult Must-Have Products
I’m not really a big one for shopping when I travel. I honestly plan so much of my trips around eating that there’s hardly any time (or tbh, money) left for shopping. But if there’s one store I always make sure to visit between gaining 10-15 kg’s, it’s Sephora. The holy grail of beauty shopping, […]
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CLOSED | WIN A Pair of Earrings from Black Betty’s Pinky Swear Range
I’m a real sentimentalist, so I love a piece of jewellery with a story behind it. If, like me, you’d rather have a pair of earrings or a sparkly ring that comes with a beautiful story, you’ll love the idea behind the new range from South African studio Black Betty Design. Pinky Swear by Black […]
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Reader Recommendations: The Top 15 Icons to See in New York
I’m turning 30 this year and I do not plan on playing it down or allowing it to slip by with little fanfare and even less cake. I actually can’t wait to turn 30 and experience all that my next decade holds – most of my girlfriends are already in their 30’s and they are even […]
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TOAM Reunion Island September Getaways: Book in April and you could WIN your flights, courtesy of Travelstart
Book your spot on the adventure of a lifetime! Sign up and confirm your spot by the end of April and you could WIN your flights, courtesy of Travelstart.
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Book Your Spot: TOAM Reunion Island September Getaways
After visiting Reunion Island 5 times myself and receiving countless questions from readers and friends eager to visit, I decided to develop the Tails Of A Mermaid Reunion Island Getaways as an opportunity for young (and old!) women to visit the island independently, while in the safety of a group. It’s a way for likeminded […]
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5 Tips for buying the Perfect Pair of Jeans
I know I don’t need to explain to any girl out there how hard it can be to find the perfect pair of jeans. I’ve literally been reduced to tears trying on jeans and ended up leaving the store a sweaty, emotional mess. But over the years (and maybe as I draw nearer to 30) […]
read moreFebruary 26, 2018 / by natalie / #franscHHoek, Food & Wine, Food and wine, South Africa, Travel, Wine
Staying at La Clé Country Lodge in Franschhoek
When I’m craving a little luxury and relaxation, I always head straight to the winelands. One of the best things about living in Cape Town is that we’re less than an hour away from some of the most beautiful countryside and delicious food in South Africa. Franschhoek is so beautiful at this time of year, […]
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Cape Town to Coffee Bay: Road Tripping in South Africa
With thousands of kilometres of relatively well-maintained roads, beautiful landscapes, diverse scenery and picturesque small towns, road tripping in South Africa is a must-do for visitors and locals. It’s hard to decide which part of South Africa is best for road tripping, and that depends on what experiences and activities you’re after and what kind […]
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10 Blogging Tips for 2018
Although it’s been pretty quiet around here so far this year, I’m actually really excited about what 2018 holds for Tails Of A Mermaid. I’m busy wrapping up a big freelance project that has kept me busy from 8am-5pm every day, and I can’t wait to get stuck back into this blog. I get a […]
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